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Monday, November 23, 2015

Thoughts on Psalm 119:3

3 They also do no iniquity;

They walk in His ways.

“Do no iniquity.” I knew it. Here come the rules. The do’s and the don’ts.

Read it again. They alsodo no iniquity.

The word “also” is very significant. It means “in addition.” So in context with verses 1 and 2: those who keep God’s word - who hide it in their heart, who meditate on it day and night - those who seek Him with all their heart are blessed. More blessed than Mary, as Jesus said. In addition to being blessed, they do no iniquity. “Doing no iniquity” is not a prerequisite.

It’s a byproduct.

Religion tells us, “You’re a sinner and God is mad at you. Stop sinning and get your act together. Then God will bless you.” And that mindset is what Psalm 119:1 was calling “defiled.” Polluted. Corrupt. It’s not true.